Who doesn’t love a value-add service? We know we do, that’s why we choose to partner with a variety of different companies that will bring our clients (and theirs) added value. Learn more about partnering with a moving company.
But, what kinds of companies (and what kinds of clients) can truly get added value out of a partnership with a moving company? Well, actually, the answer is a lot of them.
Here’s who benefits from a moving partnership:
One thing that every one of the following companies can gain from partnering with a moving company is the ability to advertise the added value to potential clients. Being able to offer clients an additional service (often at little to no cost) gives you a competitive advantage.
Home Builders
At Two Small Men, we enjoy partnering with homebuilders because of how easily our services go together. When people buy a new home, they need to move into it, and if people need to move, they can use the help of a moving company.
If you’re a homebuilder, you can also offer your clients a move that comes at no up front cost. How can you do this? By building the cost of the move into a mortgage payment, the move costs nothing up front, and next to nothing on a monthly basis.
Restoration Companies
Restoration companies also make great partners for us for a few reasons. Firstly, because we are able to offer customizable insurance coverage to suit your needs. Moving items that have already sustained damage requires unique coverage, and we have a variety of options available to you and your clients.
A second benefit restoration companies get when they partner with us is our movers’ vast experience in moving and storage. Two Small Men movers are ready and equipped to move pretty much anything. Plus, since we have connections with storage companies, we know all about the best practices for putting items into storage.
Realtors
In the same vein as homebuilders, realtors and moving companies go hand in hand. As a realtor, you help people move into a new house and we do the same so it only makes sense that we would work together.
When you partner with a moving company, you get to refer them to customers by name. This grows trust and familiarity and will help assure your clients that their moving process can be stress free.
Non-Profit Organizations
We’re dedicated to giving back to the communities we live and work in. That’s why this year we’ve made it a priority to create meaningful partnerships with non-profit and charity organizations. In particular, those organizations with home or moving-related missions make for excellent partners, for obvious reasons.
When you choose to partner with us, you can leverage our moving expertise to maximize the value of the services you probably already provide to those in need.
Building Managers and Operators
The biggest advantage to partnering with a moving company, as a building manager is the ability to have an on-demand service provider that you know you can trust. This means you’ll be able to provide your tenants with consistent quality moving services, which keeps them happy.
Delivery Companies
Whether you need to deliver retail goods, office furniture, or anything else, when you partner with a moving company, you know that your deliveries are in the hands of the people with the best possible experience in moving things efficiently and effectively. At Two Small Men, we can help deliver any item, large or small, especially when it needs to be done in conjunction with a move.
Looking for a reliable moving company to partner with? Contact us today to ask about how we can help bring added value to your organization. Planning a move? Get your free moving estimate!
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May is National Moving Month! We’re so excited to have a month that’s all about us! Just kidding! We know this month is all about the people who keep us in business – people who need to move. Read More
Though it may have only just started to feel like spring in some places in Canada (we’re looking at you Alberta), the season is technically in full swing. That means it’s time to get started on everyone’s favourite task (*wink*): spring cleaning. Read More
The most common reason people give for deciding against hiring a moving company is “they cost too much.” But, what most people don’t realize is that doing your move yourself, or with the help of friends and family, instead of hiring professionals can actually be much more costly than they think. Read More
Many organizations, and even communities, are dependent on volunteers. These are people who give up their time for a cause they believe in while expecting nothing in return. Without volunteers, there would be far fewer charities and far fewer people who need help would get it. That’s why we believe it’s so important to recognize the contributions of volunteers in our communities on April 20- Volunteer Recognition Day. Read More
A lot of people hire a moving company because they understand it will be too difficult for them to move all of their furniture and belongings on their own. Moving companies have the experience, training, and equipment necessary to move everything. But, there are some items that are difficult even for a professional moving company. Read More
When you’re in the processes of planning a move, there are a lot of moving parts all happening at once. You’re most likely dealing with real estate issues, preparing to pack and packing, sorting out work and/or school arrangements, informing family and friends, and much more. The last thing you want is to forget an important detail, but with so much going on sometimes the “little things” can be neglected. Read More
If you’re planning a move in the near future, chances are you’re also planning to downsize, even if you don’t know it yet. Most people, when it comes time to start packing for a move, realize that they have a lot more stuff than they thought they did. In addition to this, they realize they have a lot of stuff they don’t use, need, or want anymore.
That’s why, instead of panicking when packing day arrives, we recommend sorting through your belongings in the months and weeks before your move and downsizing to make the process more manageable. One of the best ways you can do this is by donating those items to a charity organization.
The Downsizing Process: How-To Hacks
Here are a few tips for deciding which items to get rid of and which ones you need to keep:
Decide What You Would Replace if You Lost it
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When you’re at the very beginning of the downsizing process, start making a list of things you would immediately replace if you lost them. Even if these things are technically irreplaceable, like family heirlooms, if would immediately want them back if they became lost, put them on the list. This is a good exercise to start thinking about which items really mean a lot to you and which ones you could actually live without.
Go Through Each Room Individually
Just thinking about what you have in all the rooms of your house isn’t always enough. Go through each room, including bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements, and garages and take note of everything you have in there. In particular, take note of all the items you forgot you even had and/or know you don’t want to take with you when you move.
Use Floor Plans of Your New Home
One thing people often forget about when downsizing before a move is, surprisingly, their new home. When you’re deciding which furniture to keep and which to donate, get a floorplan of your new home (or draw one out) so you can visualize where furniture will go then decide which pieces don’t fit in.
Get an Objective Opinion
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You’re attached to your stuff. So much so that it can be hard to make the decision to throw something away even if you literally never take it out of the closet. So getting a friend or family member to say “You’re never going to use that – donate pile!” is always helpful.
Consider if Others Need it More
Saving that old crib in your storage room just in case your kids ever have kids and you need to babysit them overnight? Rather than moving such a large item all the way to your new home when it could be years and years before you might need it, consider whether someone in need could use it more.
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There a plenty of charities that help single parents and others in need of furniture and other items that could use those things you’re hanging on to “just in case.”
At Two Small Men, we’ve developed a relationship with the Cerebral Palsy Associations of Alberta and BC to help our customers downsize before moving and give back to deserving charity at the same time.
Share your Downsizing/Decluttering tips and tricks in the comments below! If you're planning a move, make sure to get your free moving estimate from Two Small Men today. Read More
Minimalism: you’ve probably heard the term being used a lot these days, but do you really know what it means, and could you ever do it?There are a variety of reasons why more and more people are moving towards a minimalistic lifestyle. It can have to do with sustainability and environmentalism, budgets and housing prices, eschewing materialism, or even just a want to have (a lot) less clutter. Whatever the reason, minimalism is a popular choice for many. As a moving company, we’ve noticed this trend towards minimalism because many people who start living that kind of lifestyle eventually choose to downsize their home and move. We know a lot of people are interested in learning more about “going minimal” so we decided to do some research for you.So What Exactly Is Minimalism?Minimalism can mean different things to different people, and there isn’t really a standard definition. In general though, minimalism refers to choosing to live with less, and simplifying your life.For some, minimalism can mean greatly reducing the amount of physical “things” owned. For example, taking your closet down to a certain number of items (like Project 333 in which people are challenged to limit themselves to 33 pieces of clothing for 3 months), taking out books from the library as opposed to buying, and just generally decluttering in a serious way.
via GIPHYLeading a minimalistic lifestyle can also mean getting rid of your car, moving into a small house (or even a Tiny House), cancelling the cable, and more. Minimalism does not mean doing just one of any of the above things, but it also doesn’t have to mean doing every one either.{{cta('90653a15-223b-4dfc-a0c3-e6c0936c2a6b')}}Really, what it comes down to is living a lifestyle in which you try to use less “stuff” in all aspects of your life.How to Know if Minimalism is for You “I could never be a minimalist, I don’t want to throw out all my stuff.”
via GIPHYA common misconception about minimalism is that it means throwing out everything and living in a tiny room with one couch and a mattress on the floor. And while there are some people who do try this, for the majority, this isn’t how it works.You can still keep your family heirlooms, keepsakes, and even your TV if you want. You can always keep the things that really matter to you. The point is getting rid of things that don’t.If you’ve ever thought that maybe you’re clinging too tightly to your material possessions, you might want to try out minimalism. This is lifestyle suited to people looking to put more time and effort into people in their lives, their work, their passions, etc. and less effort into maintaining and keeping material items.Minimalism isn’t going to work out for everyone, but for many it is a rewarding lifestyle. There are plenty of resources and blogs dedicated to living minimalist, so make sure to check them out if you are considering trying it. Going minimal? If you’re downsizing your home and need a moving company to get you there, get your free moving estimate from Two Small Men today. Read More
Everyone has trouble adjusting after a move to a new city. Even adults can have difficulty feeling like they’re a true part of their new community or workplace. For children, fitting in at school can be a difficult task even when it’s the same school they have attended their whole lives, never mind a brand new school. Everyone has trouble adjusting after a move to a new city. Even adults can have difficulty feeling like they’re a true part of their new community or workplace. For children, fitting in at school can be a difficult task even when it’s the same school they have attended their whole lives, never mind a brand new school.That’s why one of the hardest parts of moving with kids is what happens after the move, when they have to get used to a new city, new school, new teachers, and new peers.5 Ways to Help Your Kids Fit in at a New SchoolBelow are some of best things you can do as a parent to help your kids get adjusted to their new school environment (and hopefully make some friends) after moving to new city.
Acknowledge their Feelings
You might think that the best thing to do for a child who is having trouble adjusting to a new school is to get them to forget their old school, but this is not the case. It’s important to show your child that you understand their feelings and empathize with them.Let them know that feeling lonely or missing their old friends is normal, and that it might take some time for them to be able to move on and make new friends.
Take them on a Tour
If your kids know how to navigate their new school before their first day, they will feel less lost when they arrive. When they’re able to get around with confidence, it’s one less thing for them to worry about, and it will help them look like they “fit in” and not be so obviously the “new kid.” If you move during the summer, this might be an easier feat, as many schools have an “open house” day before the start of the school year where new students can get a tour and meet some principals or teachers. If this isn’t the case at your child’s new school, or if you move during the school year, contact a principal to find out if you can get a tour after school hours one day, or at least a map of the school to study.
Register them for Activities
via GIPHYSome kids might be hesitant to join a team or a club at their new school, even if they were part of the same one at their old school. Telling your child they have to register for at least one activity isn’t pushing too hard. It’s a great way for them to make friends with similar interests, and to become more well-known to their peer group.
Allow them to “Blend In”
Different schools have different “trends” and “styles.” If your child expresses interest in new clothes or a hairstyle shortly after moving to a new school, let them get it. You don’t have to do an entire closet overhaul, and your kids don’t have to give up their individuality in favour of conformity. You just need to let them find the “look” that will make them feel comfortable in their new environment.
Connect with a Teacher
via GIPHYIf you’re looking to truly find out how your child is fitting in at school, the best person to ask is a the person who sees them all day: their teacher. If you’re worried that your kids might not be “fitting in” as well as they could, ask their teachers what they think.Teachers might be able to provide useful feedback on what you or your child could be doing to better adjust, including suggesting activities and/or groups that are friendly and accepting.There are a lot of resources out there for parents who are moving with kids and want to help them adjust to a new school. If you have concerns, check online or in your local library for more information.If you are planning to move and looking for a local moving company, get your free moving estimate from Two Small Men.// Read More
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